#ooc// and Steel mod still has all my thanks

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Centennial Celebration

Book 2: A Century of Circumstance

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Chapter 4: A Fork in the Road

Steel hesitates, sparing a glance at Vern.

"Are you gonna be okay?"

Vern gives him a practiced smile, "yeah, I'll umm... be fine."

"..what about the winter sprite?"

"I um... don't think he would try anything with umm.. others around."

".. if you say so.."

Vern nods and gives a small wave to everyone, "I'll umm... meet you all for um.. food after. Text me the ummm... place you pick!"

"We'll meet at Folia's!!"

With a small smile, Vern turns to navigate the growing crowd. Steel watches him for a few moments. He can hear Folia attempting to reign Shirley in and the general excitement from the others. These are... Vern's friends, not his. He tucks a strand of hair behind his ear.

"It's not fun being the extra wheel."

Green flames briefly flash around his eye. Turning to the left, he stares at Folia for a moment. She grins as amusement flickers in her gaze.

"Vern can show you around just as well as we can, if you're fine waiting."

He raises a brow, "..uh yeah-"

"-did he tell you about Victor?"

"I don't know who that is."

"The winter sprite," she glances at the others for a moment, "it's not my place to speak if Vern hasn't."

"So that's his name.." he mutters.

"The meeting hall is straight down the northern street," she sighs, mischief lighting her eyes, "if you're questioning Vern's words, trust your gut."

Folia returns to Shirley's side and threads their fingers together. He hesitates for only a moment. Ensuring everyone else is distracted, he quickly slips away.

Steel scans the area as he goes. Even with the people, the small chatter only briefly fills the quiet. The air felt lighter in his lungs. A chill breeze contrasts the warmth from the sun.

Flowing ivy hair finally catches his eye. A familiar soft giggle reaches him easily among the other voices. As he gets closer, he notices Vern finishing a transaction for a pair of keychains. Odd.. he doesn't recognize the keys Vern attaches them to. They were not for the dorms. Shoving that thought aside, he steps closer as Vern puts the keys in a small pouch.

"Hey, Vern~" he grins a little as Vern jumps.

"O-oh... umm... hello..." Vern's eyes are wide. He didn't expect to be followed, "I thought you were um... going with the others..."

"Nah~ didn't wanna be a third wheel," he casually winks, "I thought you were going to a meeting?"

He pretends to not notice the slight dusting of pink on Vern's cheeks. "I um... something caught my eye.."

"Sure~ I won't pry," he follows Vern as they start down the street. The sprite is quiet, but occasionally greets someone as they go.

"U-umm... c-can I um... ask you something," Vern lightly scratches his bandages.

He shrugs, "sure, what do you wanna ask?"

"W-well... ummmm....f-fourth year is um... coming up a-and umm..."

Shit. It's almost next school year.

"...it um... gave me a thought about ummm.. after graduation.."

No, no, no. Nope!

"And.. I ummm... was um.. think-"

"-shut up," he avoids his friend's shocked expression. Vern's lip trembles slightly as he bites it for a moment.

Steel's voice softens, "Vern, I uh-"

"-I'm sorry!"

Wait, no.

"I umm... it's this building," a pained smile is on his face, "I'll um... it won't be long!"

".. yeah.. alright."

Vern quickly steps up to the entrance. The sprite stops long enough to give Steel a small wave before going inside. He waits until he can't see Vern through the glass door. Turning, he finds a bench. A small bird lands on his head, chirping as its pet.

Chapter 5A: Of Men and Fae

Vern hates these meetings. It's always the same. He reports that he's returned, then he sits in on whatever they have yet to agree on. Sitting in the original musty building, at the same oak table, with men that are... well, time has not been kind. At least he could finally see his uncle.

There wasn't much time to talk before the others started in. Their concerns were always the same, and continue to push boundaries. He had to deny them more land than necessary, again. As always, he urged them to trade with the neighboring towns.

"What of the progress on your agreement?"

Vern tilts his head, "I presume you mean the one I have with Victor?"

"Naturally."

"What difference would my answer make," his gaze sharpens.

"Victor has assured us that should his end be met first, the mother mountain line would be... secured"

Vern's stomach churns. Oh, that's how they're playing. "Regardless of the results, the humans of this valley have nothing to fear."

"That does not-"

"-Vern has watched over this valley since he and our fathers founded this town," his uncle cuts in. His voice is soft, yet firm, "yet you question his judgement now?"

Vern takes a careful breath. Chatter around the table fills the room. He glances at the clock, with a barely concealed frown.

"If there's nothing left, aside from my personal affairs, I have other obligations to attend to," he searches for his uncle. Gracing the elderly man with a nod, he exits the room. They could catch up later. Right now, he had a half-baked apology to finish.

He stops short in the hall. Charcoal eyes that contrast snowy locks meet him. The grin the other being gives him sends a shiver down his spine.

"Vern~ how've you been, sweetheart?"

"I was umm.. fine until I saw you."

He chuckles, "aw, did you miss me that much?"

"I missed you like I um.. miss a thorn in my side,"  Vern tries to move passed him, but the other grabs his arm.

"C'mon.. that's no way to talk with your-"

"-let go, Victor.."

"Mm.. no~ we need to have a little chat."

Vern takes a steadying breath, "fine."

He barely suppresses a shudder as Victor wraps an arm around his waist. Following the winter sprite, his eyes widen as bit.

"Um... why the back door?"

"I'm thinking about a nice stroll on my mountain," he hums, "just the two of us~"

Vern looks back to the front door. Reluctantly, he let's the other sprite lead the way.

Ooc// Chapter 6 will be released after the interactive part

Chapter Songs (in order of chapter): Blinding Lights by The Weeknd, Head Above Water by Avril Lavigne

Book 1: [1] [2] [3]

Book 2: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5A] [5B] [6] [7]

Book 3: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]

[princessofknights-archived]

~Follow Forever/Appreciation Post~

❀ Yooo I was bad and didn’t actually do anything at 500, so here I am at 550 instead!

I figured it’s time to show some positivity/shout outs for my great mutuals, and everyone I interact with! Before I start the (very) long list, I’d just like to say thanks to everyone who follows this blog and puts up with my constant inactivity, lots of OOC, tons of incoherencies, and then of course the RPing on this blog!

I’ve truly enjoyed running this blog, even despite my anxiety and constant mood jumps that have come with it. I’ve truly enjoyed meeting people through this, even if I no longer talk with them or they have left tumblr. I love being able to talk with those that I’ve met and interacted with though, and you’ve all no doubt had huge impacts on me that I will forever be grateful for! I honestly have no clue where I’d be without you all. While I still am struggling a bit with a few things, everyone that I talk with is helpful and supportive which honestly is so kind??? This blog and those I’ve met through it have helped me through when I’ve been feeling down and feeling awful, and I can’t say how thankful I am for it.

Also, I highly recommend following all those that I list, as they’re all quality RPers and people that I enjoy talking and interacting with! ❀

@inverted-iris/ @dxgital-dolls - OMG SCARFY U ARE SUPER NICE IDK WHERE I’D BE WITHOUT UR KIND WORDS AND ENCOURAGEMENT YOU HAVE MY ETERNAL GRATITUDE. But also, your writing is amazing and I love seeing you on my dash, and RPing with you even if it’s only small interactions at times! Seriously tho I appreciate u a ton and am very thankful to be able to talk with you and have fun and RP and all that like I do now. And I’m so sorry for accidentally spoiling the mystery for you next round you can be certain I’m keeping my mouth shut. @motherfuckingredsaber/ @tateboshi/ @chibitsuniism - Melluuuuuu you are incredibly sweet and kind and I love talking with you. You make great promos and graphics and all other sort of art things, that are really very amazing. And ur writing omg. You write an amazing Nero that made me actually like Nero? I used to not like Nero at all but ur writing convinced me otherwise. Also I sincerely hope that you enjoyed the insanity that was the umupocalypse. @accidentalphenom/ @fogboundgentleman - Aaaaaaaaaaaa I enjoy talking with you so much! It’s fun to talk about the El-Melloi classroom even though I hardly know anything about it still because I’m lazy and won’t read things. BUT. I love ur writing of Flat and Jack, and honestly I’ve fallen in love with them both because of your amazing portrayals and it got me to finally start SF and the Case Files. And I’m sorry for killing Waver in the mystery and subsequently murdering Flat’s happiness I didn’t mean to hurt him he’s too good and pure for this pain. @motherfuckingqueenoflances - AAAAA we need to RP still. We really need to. Take charge, and begin to train Lily. I want this to happen, we need to interact. But also, it’s lots of fun to talk with you EVEN THOUGH YOUR ADVICE SUCKS AND I WONT LISTEN TO IT. But lol, seriously, it’s really nice to talk with you and joke around and scream lots. @grand-order-girl - Eyyy I’ve loved our interactions so far! You’re incredibly nice and fun to talk to, and I appreciate that you stick around to listen to my constant screaming! But seriously I love Cana and I apologize for my Phantom I’m always up for more interactions if you are! All in all, a very good muse who reflects an amazing and kind mod! @master-chaldeas/ @duguescllinn - Bully Lily anytime my friend. Our interactions always have me laughing though, I have to admit. It’s lots of fun FOR THERE TO BE MUSES WHO ARE MEAN TO LILY NO ONE EVER IS ITS FUN! But honestly you’re a good addition to my dash, because if I see a new post from you I know that I’m probably going to be laughing. Lots of fun to just chat with you as well! @brotheroftheyear - I know I’m really bad at responding to things in time I’m so sorry orz. But you’re lots of fun to talk with, and you have a really nice portrayal on an often looked-over muse! I’ve had fun writing responses and RPing with you, and it’s nice to talk with you as well! @sheer-steel - A quality meme. Lots of fun to talk with, and talk about Holy Grail Wars and all that with! But lol I don’t think we’ve even interacted yet, or not much if we have. I’m always open to interaction or RPing!!! Also ur an IB senpai. Help me I need to get high test scores plz. @voyager-of-chaos/ @bloody-clarent/@motherfreakingtwinkaleidosticks/@rxgncll/@prismatic-homunculus - Eyyy Kao u have so many blogs props to u for being able to manage them I can’t even keep three in order. But lol I’m slowly getting into things from you, like pokemon once again and fire emblem, so with any luck i’ll be able to talk with you more on that kind of stuff once i know more! But also, it’s fun to talk with you, even with my limited knowledge at times! It’s fun to talk with you and see ur cosplay stuff, because it’s so nice to see others having fun with cosplay and be able to talk about it too! @motherfuckingpinnacleplaywright/ @motherfuckingheavenshole - Hey Shakes! You’re fun to talk to, and our interactions have always been lots of fun! @motherfuckingmagicalgil/@motherfuckingberkser-rider/@motherfuckingtrojanhero - Aaaa we haven’t talked too much I don’t think but I love our interactions! Ur Gil is super sweet and honestly I love seeing him on my dash, and ur Martha and Hector are amazing! ALSO, you’re incredibly nice and lots of fun to chat with! @regalius - aaaaaaa ur Gil is so amazing??? Just???? IDK how to express my amazement and wonder at ur writing and portrayal they’re fantastic! I enjoy interacting with you a ton! And I know I haven’t talked with you too much but you’ve always been super sweet and kind when I have!!! @motherfuckinghoundofchulann/ @thirdratemaster - Eyyy I’m sorry I know I’m bad at keeping conversation most of the time, but it’s fun to talk with you! Also, I apologize for Lily’s actions in this HGW she just wants to be useful xD. But honestly, it’s fun to interact with you! @knightofbeaumains/ @throneofheroes/ @chimericlunarmagi - OMG UR PORTRAYALS. UR AMAZING OCS. UR AMAZING ART. I AM IN AWE. I always have fun chatting with you and with our interactions though!!! @eusebas/ @afleurial - OMG I’ve had so much fun talking with you even though it’s only been a little while???? Like plotting with you has been so much fun AND I ALMOST CRIED WHEN I SAW YOU WERE MAKING A MERLIN BLOG NO JOKE! @rialoir/ @zordestiya/ @ghaisgich/ Im so sorry I can’t remember all of ur blogs right now orz - BUT ANYWAYS IF ANYONE WANTS TO INTERACT WITH SOMEONE WHO RPS AMAZING OCS AND CANON CHARACTERS AND IS AN AMAZING WRITER IN GENERAL AND SUPER SWEET THEN FOLLOW CENT’S BLOGS YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!! I love the interactions we’ve had! And! Lily! And! Ailill! Development! Has! Killed! Me! 

I cannot keep writing paragraphs but here’s more people that I would recommend following/appreciate: @themooncell, @avengerangramainyu, @moedredpendragon, @ofstorytellers, @motherfuckingshadowoftheheir/ @neverendinghorizon, @motherfuckingsonofsurya, @motherfuckingprincessofcolchis/ @motherfuckingsaintofdestruction/ @encasedlnamber. @nordiixa, @pxnchfire, @noircisaint, @innxcentius, @gravekeepergray, @shieldofsteel, @poisonqueenofbabylon, @axphodel/@fyhaul, @motherfucking-genna/ @airgxtlam/ @motherfuckinglionheartedking, @mini-cu-chan, @crystalpendium, @faker-king-knight-sage and I have no doubt I’m missing some but @ THE CHAT PEOPLE THAT DONT HAVE RP BLOGS U KNOW WHO U ARE, @ those who have quit RPing on tumblr that I’ve talked with and interacted with in the past, @ everyone else that I talk with and enjoy RPing with, all those I somehow forgot, @ those that I follow that I have yet the courage to send in asks/memes/whatever to, and @ all of my other followers that I have yet to interact with!

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Ooc// Announcement from Mod

Hey everyone! A lot of things have been happening on here recently, and I know a lot of people may still be processing things. I have a few things to share:

I'd like everyone to know that Vern's Hometown will start in September and will be rolled out in parts, each one lasting about a week. This way, everyone a chance to interact with it if they wish in some way!!! I believe a couple other accounts will now be joining in, too?

The Silver/Steel mod has been kind enough to give their permission to write for Steel, and I hope his mod likes what I come up with. I'm crossing my fingers that I do Steel some justice!!

I know I've teased and delayed this a few times over, and I'm so sorry! Life got crazy. It's being pushed back a little bit again because I'm now working Steel in alongside Vern and his crazy hometown cast

I hope you're all ready to meet the other seasonal sprites Vern's neighbors with, I'll release some picrews and some info on them shortly! I will also release Vern's Ceremonial Robes Vignette on my birthday (yes, it's this week!)

Again, thank you soooo much to the Silver/Steel mod! You're amazing!!! I still hope you're released from the shadow realm so you can jump in for it, if you want to